what to do once you've won!

You have been recognized with an Awesome Award because someone in your community thinks you’re that awesome! Savor this time and enjoy how it feels to be appreciated - it’s like a big hug from your tribe! By following the 3 steps below you will become a permanent part in the Legend of Awesome.

Your Awesome Award is on a perpetual journey to recognize amazing people wherever they may be, so your time together is limited. Take some photos or a video of yourself with your award, show it to your friends and family, place it on your desk or kitchen, then when you’re ready, your mission awaits:

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1

Select the next Awesome Award winner

As an Awesome Award winner, you now have the honour and duty of selecting the next
Awesome Award winner. Think of someone that you would like to see recognized and
celebrated, someone you admire and respect, who quietly goes about making the world
a better place for all of us. If you need help, there are lots of Awesome Awards
nominees who will inspire you. You have a once in a lifetime opportunity to make
someone feel truly special, so choose wisely, then start planning your presentation.

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2

Present your award and pay it forward

Now think about how you’re going to present
them with your award. Think back to how you felt upon being recognized and try
to
create the same feelings. When recognizing someone, express the
specific things you appreciate about them and why they matter to you. Thoughtful
and personalized comments add weight and meaning to your recognition. Also consider
where you’ll present your award. Perhaps it will be a surprise, or maybe you plan
a larger public event or piggyback on another event. Maybe you prefer a smaller
and more intimate setting. The important thing is, make it awesome, so that the
recipient feels truly appreciated. Be sure to take some pictures or ask someone
to help record the event because special moments can feel like they pass quickly.
Click here for some Awesome Recognition
and Presentation Tips.

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3

Quick, share the story of passing on your award!

Click here to share your story while you still feel the glow from your ceremony.
Tell us who you presented your award to and why you chose them as the next Awesome
Award guardian. This is your chance to let the world know why you think this person
is awesome and worthy! Your message will become a unique and lasting tribute that
can be shared with others, and it will also help track the next stage of the Awesome
Award’s journey.

Congratulations, your mission is complete!

You are now Certified Awesome and a part of the Legend of Awesome!
Thank you for playing and helping to recognize someone awesome in your community!
You are now part of a small but growing community of certified awesome people doing
awesome things. We hope that you’ll stay in touch and continue to share your good
stories so that we can share them with the world! If you’re up for it, nominate
some new people for Awesome Awards - you might just change their lives!

Presentation Tips

The Awesome Awards create an opportunity for you to recognize and appreciate someone
amazing and to make them feel special. With that in mind, here are a few tips for
presenting your award:

1. Speak from your heart - this is the most important thing to remember.

2. Mention specific qualities or traits or actions that you appreciate and value.

5. Be thoughtful - think about what you’re going to say and how you’re going to
say it. Is it a formal ceremony, a serenade or a surprise flash mob? Have fun with
it and make it awesome!

6. Think social - recognition is like a big hug from your community. If you want
others present, be sure to invite them beforehand.

7. Plan ahead to capture photos or videos of your award presentation - ask a friend
to help record the magical moment for posterity.

8. Consider location - where you present your award is important. Will it be at
a quiet cafe or a community townhall meeting? Make sure people can hear you when
you're talking.

9. Hand over the award - you can hand the recipient their award at any time during
your presentation, but it's usually best towards the end, once they know what they're
being recognized for.

10. Offer the recipient a chance to respond after receiving the award. Some folks
will say a few words, others will simply be too overjoyed. Either is fine, just
go with the flow.

The act of recognizing someone is special and inspiring, not only for the person
receiving the award, but also for the person presenting the award as well as the
people that are watching. It's ok to feel a little nervous but remember, everyone
wants to see you succeed!

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